2003 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 22 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 340 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, 2003 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
