1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 19 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 420 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
