1980 Zastava 1500 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Zastava 1500 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Zastava | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
