2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1118 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.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | DB7 | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 29 L |