1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 BMW 518
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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 (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 518 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 | 1994 BMW 518 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 518 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |