1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 547 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Avanti | Pagani |
Model | Avanti | Huayra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2795 mm |