1982 BMW 323 vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, both 1982 BMW 323 and 1982 Zastava 1500 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 323 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 323 | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 323 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |