1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 270 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Z1 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |