2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
