1992 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1992 BMW 730 is newer by 33 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 820 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 730 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 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 | 1600 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
