1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1050 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 29 L |
