2009 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | 650 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |