1965 AC 427 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 6 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 637 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | 427 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 29 L |
