1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 420 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
