2009 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M3 | 2107 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |