2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Carrera GT | Stag |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
