1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 325 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
