2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Studebaker | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2670 mm |
