1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 330 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |