2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1970 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | E500 | Stag |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
