1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (603 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
