1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 877 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Stratos | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
