1956 BMW 507 vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 1977 Zastava 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1977 Zastava 750. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 507 | 750 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |