1996 BMW 520 vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 520 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
