2000 Lexus GS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | GS | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
