1970 ZAZ 966 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 ZAZ 966 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | ZAZ | BMW |
| Model | 966 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2968 mm |
