1963 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 ZAZ Jalta | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | ZAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalta | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2873 mm |
