1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 376 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.
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, 1966 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1966 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT 40 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 29 L |
