1992 BMW 540 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 22 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 870 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 540 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
