1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 BMW 730
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 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, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2004 BMW 730 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 730 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |