1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 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 M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 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 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | M5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |