1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 334 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | Z1 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |