2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
