1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |