1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 805 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stratos | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |