2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Alpina | ZAZ |
| Model | B3 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
