1977 Triumph Stag vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 35 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Stag | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Triumph | Infiniti |
| Model | Stag | EX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
