2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Triumph Stag. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Camry | Stag |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
