1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | M3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1595 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
