2009 BMW 125 vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 125 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
