1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 32 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 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 340 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F40 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 29 L |
