2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1055 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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
