2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
