2010 BMW M6 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Avanti Avanti. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW M6 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | BMW | Avanti |
Model | M6 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 2780 mm |