1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 7,291 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 898 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (766 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | SL | Roadster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7291 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 766 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |