1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 41 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, 1970 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 133 kg more than 1970 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1970 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1970 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Regal |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2738 mm |