2007 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 318 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 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 |
