1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 135 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528. 1996 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 528 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |