1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 350 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
