1990 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SL | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
