1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 BMW 328

To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Avanti Avanti 1998 BMW 328
Make Avanti BMW
Model Avanti 328
Year Released 1973 1998
Engine Size 6570 cc 2793 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2730 mm