1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | X6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| 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 | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
