1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Pantera | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 29 L |
