1971 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
