1951 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 940 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Triumph Mayflower | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mayflower | CLS |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |