1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 26 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, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 525 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |