1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
