1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 280 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
