1981 BMW 518 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1981 BMW 518 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 518 (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 518 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 BMW 518 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 518 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
