1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 822 kg more than 1969 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | S | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 738 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 |
