1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
