1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 12 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Avanti | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |
