1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-250 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2330 mm |
