2007 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 525 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
