1963 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1202 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 ZAZ Jalta | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | ZAZ | Cadillac |
| Model | Jalta | STS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2957 mm |
