1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Mulsanne | Herald |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |