1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
