1988 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 BMW 316 (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 316 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
