1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 1600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 46 L |