1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | E |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |