1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | CLS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2855 mm |
