1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2004 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 545 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2830 mm |
