1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 43 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1988 BMW 535 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 535 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |