1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 34 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Bora |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
