2009 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 184 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.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
