2009 BMW 335 vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 335 | 966 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
