2009 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 530 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
