1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 29 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 519 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | 037 Rallye | DBS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
