1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 40 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
