1999 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1500. 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 740 (419 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 740 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 113 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |