1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 544 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1600 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
