1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | E |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |