1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 19 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, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 550 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4797 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 657 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2890 mm |