1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2620 mm |
