2007 BMW M3 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1963 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | BMW | ZAZ |
Model | M3 | Jalta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |