1949 BMW 340 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 340 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
