1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 25 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, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
