1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 756 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | E | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
