1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 325 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
