1971 Jensen SP vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1962 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | SP | Herald |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
