1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 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 8 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2800 mm |