1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 822 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 Cadillac STS (368 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Stratos | STS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2957 mm |
