2003 Infiniti M vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 987 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti M | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
Model | M | Herald |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 29 L |