2005 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 955 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 2005 BMW 740 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. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 740 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 1935 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |
