2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 154 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 1979 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 575M Maranello | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |