2004 Buick Regal vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 44 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Regal | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
