1960 BMW 501 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, both 1960 BMW 501 and 1960 Triumph Herald were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 501 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 501 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 501 | Herald |
Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |