1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 954 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
