2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1147 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 | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 29 L |
