1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. 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 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 320 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
