1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
