1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 25 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 115 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 328 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |