1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 584 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 1600 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
