1999 BMW 529 vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 529 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
