1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 833 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Stratos | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
