1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Avanti | Lotus |
Model | Avanti | Evora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2576 mm |