1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 825 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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 S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | S | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
