1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 524 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3022 mm |
