2009 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 325 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
