2004 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1972 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 525 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
