1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Type S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2300 mm |
