2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 525 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5354 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
