1996 Tatra T700 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Tatra T700 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T700 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
