1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 27 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, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 130 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 530 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |