2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Studebaker | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2690 mm |
