1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 4 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 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 90 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 250 LM | Herald |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 29 L |