1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1044 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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Mark VI | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
