1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 489 kg more than 1979 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar XK | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XK | Stratos |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |