1987 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 320 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
