1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
