2011 Ford Edge vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Edge | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Ford | Avanti |
| Model | Edge | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2780 mm |
