1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2000 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | M3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
