2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 10 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 498 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Studebaker | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3210 mm |
