2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2094 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
