1999 BMW 318 vs. 1999 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 1999 BMW 318 and 1999 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1999 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 318 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
