2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1149 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | SRX | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 29 L |
