1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 22 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 704 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 2004 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 037 Rallye | SL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
