1996 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 17 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 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Zastava 132.
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, 1996 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 316 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
