2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
