2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1690 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Continental | Herald |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |