2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 49 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1098 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | LaCrosse | Herald |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |