2009 BMW 335 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,978 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 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 335 | 966 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 887 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 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
