1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 196 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
