2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 440 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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Guara | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
