2005 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 330 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
