1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 41 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, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, both vehicles can yield 488 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2006 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 550 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
