1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 30 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, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |