1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 20 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, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 335 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2770 mm |