2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Land Rover | Avanti |
| Model | LR3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
