2005 AC Cobra vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 46 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |
