1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 1058 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.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Herald | X3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |
