1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 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. 1970 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Avanti Avanti | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 535 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2969 mm |