1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 27 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 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 118 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |