2004 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
