1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1974 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 780 kg more than 1974 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | Vantage | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
