1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 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.
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1970 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 760 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |