1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Herald | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
