1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 812 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
