1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | 40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |