1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1968 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 910 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1710 mm |
