1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Stag. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1975 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1975 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Triumph |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Stag |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |
