1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 41 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Stratos | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2649 mm |
