1983 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 495 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 325 | 750 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |