2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Alpina | ZAZ |
| Model | D3 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
