2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | F-350 | Stag |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 63 L |