1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | Z4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2497 mm |