1979 Zastava 750 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Zastava 750 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Zastava | BMW |
Model | 750 | 320 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |