2008 Acura RL vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | RL | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |
