1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 776 kg more than 1953 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mayflower | CLK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
