1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 535

To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 36 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1976 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1976 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Avanti Avanti 2012 BMW 535
Make Avanti BMW
Model Avanti 535
Year Released 1976 2012
Engine Size 6570 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3071 mm


 

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