1961 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 38 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 700 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 29 L |
