1949 Triumph Renown 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 Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Renown | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
