1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (204 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 634 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 037 Rallye | SL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
