1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Mark VII | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
