2008 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 2101. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1970 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1970 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 525 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1198 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
