2001 BMW 740 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1967 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.
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2001 BMW 740 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 740 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |