1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Turbo | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 29 L |
