2009 BMW 135 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 42 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 65 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 135 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
