2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101.
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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Z4 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
