1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 BMW 520
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1977 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 520 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
