2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 550 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
