1977 BMW 728 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 552 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 728 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
