1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | X3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
