1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratos | 280 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
