1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 BB | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
