1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1080 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.
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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | V8 Zagato | Herald |
Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 29 L |