2004 Ford GT vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 33 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 540 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
