2003 BMW 520 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 520 | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |