2001 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 740 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 740 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1580 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 |