1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 324 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |