2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 817 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | Herald |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |