1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Z8 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
