1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 39 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1195 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2320 mm |
