1971 BMW Touring vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1973 Zastava 2101 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Zastava 2101. 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 Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Touring | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
