1992 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Zastava 132
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 132. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Zastava 132. 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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1975 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
