2009 BMW M5 vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1980 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M5 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |