1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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. 1967 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Porsche | Avanti |
| Model | 911 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
