1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 535 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2890 mm |
