2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 800 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | CTS | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
