1981 BMW 745 vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 745 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 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 |
