1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
