1985 BMW 324 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 480 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 324 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
