1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 37 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, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 235 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 335 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |