2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 994 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Five Hundred | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |