1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
