1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 24 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, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 525 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |