2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 624 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB7 | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |
