1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 28 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, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 328 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
