1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 660 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 993 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
