1992 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 22 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 316 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
