2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 932 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Charger | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
