1969 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1969 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Triumph Herald | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | Herald | 740 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1145 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 | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |