1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Mayflower | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mayflower | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
