1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 325 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |