1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 2002 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |