1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL

To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 68 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.

Because 1973 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Avanti Avanti 2013 Infiniti IPL
Make Avanti Infiniti
Model Avanti IPL
Year Released 1973 2013
Engine Size 6570 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 177 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1652 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1823 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1406 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2850 mm


 

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