1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 320 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
