1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | SL |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |