1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 250 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
