1971 BMW 3 vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, both 1971 BMW 3 and 1971 ZAZ 966 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | BMW | ZAZ |
Model | 3 | 966 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 885 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |