1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 6 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 208 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |