1990 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1959 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 520 | Herald |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |