1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZAZ |
| Model | 911 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |
