2006 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 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. 1967 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | M3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
