1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 260 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 2004 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
