1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | CLK |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |