2008 BMW 545 vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 545 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
