2009 BMW M5 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1118 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
Make | BMW | Zastava |
Model | M5 | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |