1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 BMW Z1
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1990 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | Z1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2494 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 | 326 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |