1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 844 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | Herald |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
