1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |