1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 67 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
