1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 966 kg more than 1959 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1959 BMW 700 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 700 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 697 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 52 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2130 mm |