1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 52 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 763 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.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Herald | 120 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |
