2009 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 530 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |