1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 118 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | Touring |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
