1997 BMW S3 vs. 1997 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 1997 BMW S3 and 1997 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. (50 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW S3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 ZAZ Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1997 BMW S3 | 1997 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | BMW | ZAZ |
Model | S3 | Wagon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |