1966 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 850 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, 2011 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 ZAZ Jalta | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | ZAZ | BMW |
| Model | Jalta | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
