1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 BMW 318
To start off, 1996 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 BMW 318. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1996 BMW 318 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 318 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |