2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 756 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | E | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
