1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 34 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 116 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
