2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 855 kg more than 1963 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 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | DTS | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
