1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 920 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratos | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3150 mm |
