1954 Buick 40 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Triumph Herald is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | 40 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |
