2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | McLaren | Triumph |
| Model | F1 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
