1981 Zastava 102 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Zastava 102 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Zastava | BMW |
| Model | 102 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |
