1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 35 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 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. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 525 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
