1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 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 C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | C | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
