1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |