1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avanti | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
