2012 Ford Flex vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 33 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, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 448 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Ford | Avanti |
| Model | Flex | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2780 mm |
