2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lancia |
| Model | D8 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
