2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1445 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | C | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
