2001 BMW L7 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | L7 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
