2009 BMW 325 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 325 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
