1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 42 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 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:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2855 mm |
