2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mustang | Stag |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |