1991 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 325 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |