2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 43 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 715 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | Fighter | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 29 L |
