2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 362 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1823 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.
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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 752 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |
