1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1980 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zastava |
| Model | 911 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
