1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1690 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lancia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Stratos | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
