1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
