1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Avanti | Audi |
Model | Avanti | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |