2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 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 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 49 L |
