2007 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1968 Zastava 1300. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 330 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
