1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 878 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 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Stratos | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |
