1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 1979 Zastava 132 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Zastava 132. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 250 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
