1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 36 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | E |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 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 | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |