2007 BMW 118 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 60 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, 1972 Triumph Stag (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 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. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 118 | Stag |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
