1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 23 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 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 320 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |