1985 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Herald. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 337 kg more than 1967 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Herald. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1967 Triumph Herald | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Cobra | Herald |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |