1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1993 BMW 840 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 840 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2690 mm |