1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | SC | Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 1946 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |