1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 28 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 135 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |