2003 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 530 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
