1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1804 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2240 mm |
