2005 Lexus ES vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Lexus ES 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 780 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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | ES | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
