1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2.
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, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | S | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2250 mm |
