1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 29 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |