2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 894 kg more than 1951 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | ML | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
