2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 830 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
