1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 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 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 523 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
