1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 280 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
