1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 725 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZAZ |
| Model | 348 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
