1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 106 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | F40 | Stag |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1104 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |