1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
