1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Stratos | 356 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
