1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | 458 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1211 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |
