2004 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
