1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SE | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
