2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CLK | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
