1993 BMW 316 vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 316 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
