2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1959 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
