2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 29 L |
