1974 BMW 3 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| 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 | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
