1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | SL | Griffith |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |