1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 40 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, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 647 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Savana. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Avanti Avanti | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Avanti | GMC |
Model | Avanti | Savana |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |