2005 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 29 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1976 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1976 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 330 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |