1989 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
