1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1974 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | CC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2711 mm |
