1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 38 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 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Stratos | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
