1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | 600 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
