2007 Acura TL vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 48 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | TL | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
