1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 18 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, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 45 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 530 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |