1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1966 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SL | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
