1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 246 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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 (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |