1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
