2000 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
