2004 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 330 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
