1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 52 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1095 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Triumph | Aston Martin |
| Model | Herald | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
