1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 25 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 144 L |
