1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 771 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 440 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 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Triumph | Koenigsegg |
Model | Herald | CCX |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |