2005 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 525 | 750 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |