2007 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 325 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
