1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 22 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 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 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
