1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Avanti Avanti. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 480 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 ActiveHybrid 5 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | ActiveHybrid 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2968 mm |
