1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | 62 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 29 L |
