2010 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 33 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 120 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | 120 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |