1977 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratos | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |
