1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 31 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Stratos | 530 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
