2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 45 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 924 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Lumina | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
