2008 Audi S5 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S5 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
