2006 BMW 645 vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 645 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2030 mm |
