1959 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 700 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1480 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2430 mm |
