2009 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 740 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |