1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SL | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
