1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 325 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2770 mm |