2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 43 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1012 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
