1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 BMW 1800
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 577 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 1962 BMW 1800 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 1800 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |