2001 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Stag. (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Stag |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
