1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 BMW 316
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1988 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 316 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
