1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratos | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
