2000 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 330 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
