1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
