1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 22 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 135 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
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 | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |