1966 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 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 SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 ZAZ Jalta | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | ZAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalta | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
