2007 BMW M3 vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 42 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 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 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 915 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | M3 | 966 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| 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 | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
