1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 234 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
