1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 348 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
