2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 832 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Lumina | Herald |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |