1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 24 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 59 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 118 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2660 mm |