1972 Rover P5B vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 13 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 810 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | P5B | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |
