1990 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 132 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1979 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 316 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
