1972 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Zastava 132
To start off, 1976 Zastava 132 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 132 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1976 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Touring | 132 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
