1987 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 362 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320. 1977 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 320 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |