2009 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | M3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
