1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 540 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |