1956 BMW 507 vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1982 Zastava 1500 is newer by 26 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 74 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1982 Zastava 1500. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 507 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
