1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT6 | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2955 mm |
