1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1295 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | 62 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
