1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower 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 319 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 955 kg more than 1952 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | S | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| 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 | 356 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
