2005 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
