1962 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1978 Zastava 2101 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1978 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1978 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 700 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2430 mm |
