1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 7 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, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 8 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 740 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2940 mm |