1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 220 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
