2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CL | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
