1971 BMW 3 vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 610 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 3 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
