1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1968 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1968 BMW 2002 and 1968 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 156 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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. 1968 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1968 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 2002 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
