2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | SLR McLaren | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 821 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |