2008 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 650 | 750 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |