2004 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | M5 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
