1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 535 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2885 mm |
