1983 Zastava 2101 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Zastava 2101 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Zastava | BMW |
| Model | 2101 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
