1990 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1974 Avanti Avanti
Make BMW Avanti
Model 316 Avanti
Year Released 1990 1974
Engine Size 1596 cc 6569 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1080 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