2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 BMW 750

To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Kalina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 750 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 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 2012 BMW 750
Make Lada BMW
Model Kalina 750
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 82 L


 

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