1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 2 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 70 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 308 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
