1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 501 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
