1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | B |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |