1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Avanti | Porsche |
| Model | Avanti | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
