2009 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 320 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
