1994 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 900 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SL | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
