1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 712 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | F50 | Herald |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 29 L |