2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
