2006 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 650 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
