1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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, 2005 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |