2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 913 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CL | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
