1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 16 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | 316 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |
