2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 46 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1118 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | V12 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
