1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 34 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | F430 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
