1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
Model | Stratos | DB9 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2741 mm |