2009 Acura RL vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 49 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 815 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RL | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 29 L |
