1983 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 525 | Stag |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |