1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Stratos | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
