1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 29 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1160 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | Virage | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 29 L |
