1977 Triumph Stag vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1977 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1977 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Stag | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Stag | 125 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
