1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | 300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2810 mm |
