2009 BMW 550 vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 550 | Riva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1569 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |