1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 730 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Stratos | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
