2006 BMW 645 vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 132. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1981 Zastava 132 has manual transmission. 1981 Zastava 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 645 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
