1994 BMW 840 vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1300. 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 840 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
