2009 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 730 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
