1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |