1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 770 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Testarossa | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
