1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 420 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
