1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 23 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1490 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Mulsanne | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 29 L |
