1998 BMW 323 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 21 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 615 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 323 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
