1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti. 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.
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1967 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | SL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2585 mm |