1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1992 BMW 740 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 740 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |