2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1967 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | CLS | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 887 cc |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
