1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 17 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Avanti | Spyker |
| Model | Avanti | C8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
