2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Avanti |
| Model | E | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
