1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |
