1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1959 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Herald | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 117 L |
