1977 Buick Regal vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 17 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 670 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.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Regal | Herald |
Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |