2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. 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 DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB7 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 59 L |
