2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1984 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1984 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | RS6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
