2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB9 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
