1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 29 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | Z1 | Herald |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |