2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CLS | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
