1995 BMW S3 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 14 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), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | S3 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
