2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 29 L |
