1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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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1998 BMW 318 | 1998 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | BMW | ZAZ |
Model | 318 | Wagon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |