2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
