1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Mondial | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 53 L |
