1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. 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 SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SE | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
