1963 BMW 502 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Zastava 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Zastava 1300. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 502 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |