1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 678 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |
