2011 BMW 120 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 34 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 120 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
