1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Z9 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2430 mm |
