2005 Ford GT vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 824 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | GT | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |