2008 BMW 320 vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 46 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 2,171 cc, 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 905 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 320 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 748 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
