1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 1029 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.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Triumph | Lexus |
Model | Herald | GS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 71 L |