2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ8 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |
