1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 25 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 600 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
