1972 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 812 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3665 mm |
