1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | S |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |