1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Stratos | MC12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |