1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane

To start off, both 1968 Avanti Avanti and 1968 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (152 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Avanti Avanti 1968 Ford Fairlane
Make Avanti Ford
Model Avanti Fairlane
Year Released 1968 1968
Engine Size 5733 cc 5766 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2960 mm


 

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