1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
