2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Triumph Stag.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | C | Stag |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |