1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 25 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 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 790 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 512 TR | Herald |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1147 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
