1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 406 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | E | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
