1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1044 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Stratos | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3122 mm |
