2009 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 525 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 5495 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |