1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 340 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
