1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, both 1974 Mercedes-Benz S and 1974 Triumph TR6 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | S | TR6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |