1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, both 1986 Avanti Avanti and 1986 BMW Z1 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 622 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | Z1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |