1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | V8 Vantage | Herald |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 29 L |