1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 18 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 715 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 280 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
