1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1973 Triumph 1500 has manual transmission. 1973 Triumph 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
