1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Daimler | Lancia |
| Model | 4.2 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
