2006 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 330 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
