1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB2 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 29 L |
