2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 960 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Studebaker | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2810 mm |
