1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | Pickster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |