1980 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 808 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | S | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
