1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1987 Zastava 750
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava 750. (56 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1987 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Z3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
