1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1968 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Centurion | Herald |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2320 mm |