1990 BMW 520 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 30 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 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 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 782 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 520 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
