1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 38 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 868 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.
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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Triumph | Vector |
| Model | Herald | M12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
