1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1982 Zastava 132
To start off, 1982 Zastava 132 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 132 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1982 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 1600 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
