1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 916 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Herald | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |
