1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
