1954 Buick 40 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1972 Triumph Stag is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Triumph Stag. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | 40 | Stag |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |