2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 763 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
