1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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. 1970 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |