1957 BMW 503 vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 503 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
