1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
