1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1000 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | E | 966 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |
