2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 989 kg more than 1970 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 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 29 L |
