2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | Z9 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
