1996 BMW 840 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 36 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1130 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 840 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
