1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 25 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, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 100 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 650 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |