2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 740 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | 8C Competizione | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |