2009 BMW 135 vs. 1961 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1961 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1961 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 135 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 600 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 |
