1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
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. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Avanti | Porsche |
| Model | Avanti | 928 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
