1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1961 BMW 700 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 700 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2130 mm |