1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 27 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, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 320 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |