1979 BMW 732 vs. 1972 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Zastava 2101. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1972 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 732 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
