2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Avanti |
Model | C | Avanti |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |