1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | Stag |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 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 | 1620 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
