2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 760 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | Herald |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |