1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1999 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 318 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
