1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | Herald | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
