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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 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 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 29 L |