2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 858 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1973 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1973 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Brooklands | Stag |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2550 mm |