2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 501 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 29 L |
