1992 BMW 540 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 540 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |