2004 BMW 545 vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 545 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
