1964 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Vitesse | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vitesse | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
