2005 BMW 545 vs. 1977 Zastava 132
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Zastava 132. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1977 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 545 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
