2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | E-350 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 29 L |
