1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratos | SE |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
