1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (184 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 484 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta, 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Volante | Delta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |