1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | C |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |