1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1961 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph Herald | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Triumph | GMC |
Model | Herald | Sierra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 98 L |