1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, both 1968 Avanti Avanti and 1968 Opel Diplomat were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1968 Avanti Avanti and 1968 Opel Diplomat are equipped with a 5,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti.
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. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1968 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1968 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |