1996 Lexus SC vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Stag. (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | SC | Stag |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
