1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 280 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
