1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 34 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, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 335 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |