2007 GMC Savana vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 47 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1593 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Savana | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
