1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 26 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 116 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2690 mm |