1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 26 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | R |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
