2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1981 Zastava 750
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1981 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Z4 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
