1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 240 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
