1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 27 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, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Audi A7 | |
Make | Avanti | Audi |
Model | Avanti | A7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |