1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Turbo | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
