2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z4 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
