2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 640 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1972 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1972 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 612 | Stag |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |