1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 43 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 105 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 320 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
