1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 BMW V12
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1999 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | V12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
