2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 858 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | DTS | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
