1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 65 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
