2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 615 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.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | F430 | Stratos |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 225 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 | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |