1999 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101. 1999 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1981 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1981 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
