1968 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Herald | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Herald | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |
