1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 220 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
