2004 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
