2009 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 325 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
