1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 625 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | S | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
