1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1959 BMW 507 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 507 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |