1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 9 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1315 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Calais | Herald |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 29 L |
