1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
