1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 48 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, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 340 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Avanti | Acura |
Model | Avanti | TL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |