2009 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 475 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.
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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | Stag |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
