2006 BMW 118 vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 118 | 966 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
