1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. 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 E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | E | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3312 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
