1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 96 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 318 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
