2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 915 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CL | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 45 L |
