1970 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | Herald | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
