2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 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 5,935 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 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1118 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 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 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB7 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1147 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 Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 29 L |
